Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale hits cinemas today (September 12), marking the end of an era for the beloved Crawley family. The film, which has been warmly received by critics, sees Lord Robert Grantham (Hugh Bonneville) passing control of the estate to his eldest daughter Lady Mary (Michelle Dockery) in the 1930s.

The narrative explores the changing social landscape of the time, with the British nobility adjusting to fewer servants and evolving societal norms. Lady Mary's journey as a divorced woman is also charted, while the staff of the grand estate navigate their own changes.

The filming locations for this final instalment, along with insights from the cast and crew, are also revealed, reports the Express . Highclere Castle in Hampshire, which has been the backdrop for the series

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